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Ellensburg Today
By the People, for the People
Ellensburg Hotel Employee Arrested for Credit Card Theft
Alexyss Lynn King accused of fraudulently using guests' credit card info for personal purchases
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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A 24-year-old employee at an Ellensburg, Washington hotel was arrested for allegedly stealing credit card information from guests and making fraudulent purchases totaling over $300. Alexyss Lynn King was booked on two counts of second-degree theft but later released without bail.
Why it matters
This case highlights the vulnerability of hotel guests' personal and financial information, as well as the challenges hotels face in ensuring the integrity of their staff and protecting customer privacy. It also raises questions about bail policies for alleged financial crimes.
The details
According to police, King used the credit card information of at least two hotel guests to make unauthorized purchases for food, entertainment, and other personal items. During questioning, King initially denied the allegations but later admitted to the crimes, citing financial difficulties as the motivation.
- On February 8, 2026, King was arrested at the hotel in Ellensburg.
- The alleged fraudulent activity on the first guest's card totaled $72.51.
- The alleged fraudulent activity on the second guest's card totaled over $300 in online purchases from Walmart.
The players
Alexyss Lynn King
A 24-year-old employee at an Ellensburg hotel who was arrested for allegedly stealing guests' credit card information and making fraudulent purchases.
Kittitas County Jail
The jail where King was booked on two counts of second-degree theft, but later released without bail.
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to allow King to remain free on bail or remand her into custody as the case proceeds.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of hotels implementing robust security measures to safeguard guest data and the need for stricter policies around employee access to sensitive customer information.
